Advance Your Workforce with CNA-to-Medication Aide Upskilling

Self-paced and instructor-guided training that builds on CNA skills to prepare you for safe, accurate medication administration. Complete a state-approved MA-C training program aligned with Michigan LARA requirements — online + in-person learning for working CNAs.

100 Training Hours

CNA Required

Online • Lab • Clinical

LARA-Approved


Course At-a-Glance

FORMAT

Hybrid Learning with:

Online Modules • Skills Labs • Clinical Practice

TOTAL TRAINING HOURS

100 Hours

(60 Hours Lab/Classroom & 40 hours Clinical)

OUTCOME

Certificate of Completion meeting MA-C requirements Qualifies graduates for MI MA-C Certification Exam

MASTERY STANDARD

Competency based skills • Safe medication administration • Accurate documentation


What You’ll Learn

  • Medication fundamentals, including basic pharmacology and safe handling

  • Safety procedures to prevent, identify, and respond to medication errors

  • Documentation and communication essential for medication administration

  • Methods of administering medications, including monitoring for side effects

  • Ethical and legal responsibilities, including scope of practice and client rights

  • Supervised Clinical Practice applying skills under licensed nurse oversight

How It Works

  1. Apply & Enroll
    Submit your application and receive access to online modules and lab schedules.

  2. Complete Hybrid Coursework
    Work through 60 hours of online theory + skills labs.

  3. Finish 40 Clinical Hours
    Complete supervised medication administration practice at an approved clinical site.

  4. Earn Your Certificate
    Graduate with a state-approved MA-C Certificate and become eligible for the Michigan MA-C exam.


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Join the ESHP Training Academy and expand your CNA career by becoming a certified Medication Aide.

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